Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

June 9, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Free Public Library's grand reopening of its Children’s Room will take place on Wednesday, June 11, at 10 a.m. following a series of key infrastructure upgrades.As part of the renovation, the Children’s Room now features fresh ceiling tiles, brighter and more ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ - Elysian Charter School held its 25th annual Kuumba Celebration on Friday.The celebration is a vibrant event that honors creativity, cultural heritage, and collective expression through the lens of the African American experience.Rooted in the principles of Kwanzaa, a cultural holiday ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Sunday is Father's Day and that means one thing - an abundance of Dad jokes. A dad joke is a joke, typically a pun, often presented as a one-liner or a question and answer, and we want to share them. When does a Dad joke, become a Dad joke? When it becomes apparent. Send your best, and ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - In 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, also known as the Semiquincentennial. This milestone is being marked by various events and programs, including those organized by the RevNJ Fair Lawn Committee.“This ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star. Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours". The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group chat of ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star. Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours". The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group chat of ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ – The Borough of Kenilworth recently announced on their social media page that the 2025 Fireworks Display is set to take place on Sunday, June 29 at David Brearley Middle High School Grounds. Save the date and stay tuned for more updates on TAPinto Kenilworth. Have a news tip, ...

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BAYONNE, NJ  -The Young At Heart Club is hosting a bus trip to Resorts Atlantic City on June 18.The bus will depart from 4th Street and Broadway in Bayonne at 10:00 a.m. The cost of the trip is $45 with attendees receiving back $18 on their casino card. Those interested can contact Carol at ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The sounds of music will be heard again this summer as Hasbrouck Heights hosts the Summer Concert Series at the Pavilion in Woodland Park.Concert dates are:Wednesday, June 25: Hasbrouck Heights' own Anthony Liguori performing the songs by Elvis;Thursday, July 24: The Past ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The South Plainfield Public Library is gearing up for its 2025 Summer Reading Program. Open to all ages, the program will run from June 30 through Aug. 17 with registration beginning June 23.  “We are excited for our 2025 Summer Reading Program to start and to see all our ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Guild Pride Marketplace was held from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square in downtown Ridgewood.The event featured 35 vendors offering a variety of unique items, including toys, clothing, and desserts from local businesses such as Ben & ...

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SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – Darlene Love has had a storied career, from being a back-up singer for Elvis Presley, to her hit songs, to being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2011. Love, like the South Orange Performing Art Center, is a powerhouse institution, so it’s fitting that she ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Middlesex County’s Plays-in-the-Park returns this summer to the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre located at Roosevelt Park, 1 Pine Drive, Edison, 08837, presenting three popular Broadway musicals: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Rent, and Grease. “These three spectacular shows ...

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RINGOES, NJ - The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will be a part of the live entertainment performing at the tenth annual Hunterdon Community Day fair on Saturday, June 14, at the Hunterdon County Fairgrounds.The ...

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RINGOES, NJ - The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will be a part of the live entertainment performing at the tenth annual Hunterdon Community Day fair on Saturday, June 14, at the Hunterdon County Fairgrounds.The ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – Montville Township Public Library is launching its 2025 Summer Reading Program with a kick off event, Saturday June 21 from 1 to 3 p.m.There will be an interactive magic show and ice cream.Click here to register.Kids ProgramHow to participate in the kids’ summer reading ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star. Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours". The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group chat of ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star. Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours". The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group chat of ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield Public Schools’ annual art show transformed the walls of Westfield High school on June 3 and 4, featuring more 2,500 works by students across the district. The gallery showcased art created throughout the year in mediums including drawing, painting, sculpture, digital ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star. Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours". The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group chat of ...

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WEST WINDSOR, N.J. — The Mercer County Cultural Festival was a huge hit. With so many vendors and food trucks coming, it was hard not to try a little bit of everything. Despite a soggy sky and off‑and‑on showers throughout the day, hundreds of residents showed up at Mercer County Park, proving that ...

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Update: Due to inclement weather, the NJFO has announced that this concert will take place at Edison Intermediate School.WESTFIELD, NJ — The chance to immerse yourself in the golden age of musical empires while enjoying a unique concert-under-the-stars experience in Westfield is being offered ...

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HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Young poets, singers, and writers are being invited to perform at the Hudson County Youth Leadership Council’s youth open mic event on June 20.Set to take place from 2:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. the event will be held at the Creative Arts Center, 242 10th Street in Jersey City.The ...

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LONG BRANCH, NJ – Netflix is currently in the middle of filming in Long Branch through June 15, with actor and comedian Kevin Hart as the star.Hart is filming his new comedy movie, “72 Hours,” in Long Branch. The movie depicts Hart as a 40-year-old executive who is accidentally added to a group ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Phillipsburg High School celebrated their Senior Banquet last night, June 7, 2025 transforming the vibrant SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem, PA, into a night of elegance, laughter, and lasting memories for the Stateliners.Senior Banquet King and Queen Memphis Compton and Aviana ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A school year that featured the splendid sounds of concerts, both vocal and instrumental, at Bridgewater-Raritan High School was capped May 29.It was on that evening when the Bridgewater-Raritan High School bands presented their spring concert before an attentive and enjoyable ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Summit Teen Identified in Fatal NJ Transit Train IncidentCelebrate the Memorable Moments: Share Your 2025 ...

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ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Robbinsville Community Park came alive on Saturday as an estimated 4,000 people gathered to celebrate township pride at the 44th Annual Robbinsville Community Festival. The all-day event ran from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and offered something for everyone—from kids’ activities to ...

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HAMILTON, NJ – The Hamilton library’s weekly movie series continues this week with the screening of We Bought a Zoo, a heartwarming family drama starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson. The film tells the story of a widowed journalist who leaves his job and relocated to the countryside with his ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, the Rotary Club of Livingston and Livingston PBA Local #263 invite community members to enjoy the return of the Livingston Summerfest food truck and music festival at the Livingston Memorial Oval. Throughout the day, participants will enjoy ...

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